Coastal Infusion Administers Rocephin®

Rocephin (ceftriaxone) is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, bone and joints, urinary tract, skin, genitals, and gallbladder, including severe or life-threatening heart or blood bacterial infections. Rocephin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, meaning it is effective against a wide range of bacteria. It is often used as a first-line treatment for severe or complicated infections, as well as for infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

Rocephin is also commonly used for prophylaxis before surgery, especially in patients who may have a higher risk of infection.

Rocephin prevents the formation of peptidoglycan, a key component of the bacterial cell wall and by disrupting their cell membranes, thereby killing the bacteria.

What It Treats

Rocephin is used to threat severe bacterial infections.

Prescribed By

Rocephin is most often prescribed by Infectious Disease Specialists and Internal Medicine Doctors.

How it’s Administered

Rocephin is administered by intravenous infusion or intramuscular injection. Rocephin infusions/injections take about 30 minutes.

Frequency

Rocephin is generally administered daily for 7 to 14 consecutive days.

Related Drugs

Ancef, Cubicin, Dalvance, Rocephin, Vancomycin, Vibativ, Zinplava

Additional Resources

• Rocephin Website
• Prescribing Information
• Co-Pay Assistance

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